Here's something that may be useful. Part of a Tech Tip by Randy Baumann: A Beginner's Guide to Building a Street Rod or Restoration Project.

DO THE WORK YOURSELF, OR HAVE IT PROFESSIONALLY DONE?

The question of whether to do the work yourself or to have the work done by a professional shop is always a big one. For many hobbyists, the fun is in performing work themselves. For others, the time/skill factor determines this issue. Chances are, however, that even the most skilled hobbyist will "farm out" some aspects of a project that require specialized skills and/or equipment.

If you choose to have a professional shop do the work, do some research before committing to the work. Have a written understanding as to what is work to be done and the costs involved.

When working on a project of this type, there will always be some items that will be unforeseen by both parties. When this situation arises, both parties should agree on how it should be handled.

~ Peggy M
1949 Chevrolet 3804
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